Oklahoma Moving & Packing Tips

By taking a few precautionary steps on move-in day, you can save yourself time, protect your belongings, and ultimately enjoy a better storage experience. Use the tips below to best utilize the space in your storage unit!

If you will need frequent access to the items you store, choose a unit large enough to leave an aisle down the center, as well as room for you to move around.

If you will not need frequent access, rent the smallest amount of space you need and pack the unit full.

Fortress Self Storage can help you with all the boxes you need, as well as tape, markers, and packing materials like foam shipping noodles, bubble wrap, packing paper, and towels.

Place your items on 2’x4’ boards or on pallets to guard against dampness. Any concrete floor may become cold and damp.

Leave a small space between the walls and boxes to allow for air circulation.

Looking for more resources? Head to our frequently asked questions to learn more about the storage process and the features our facility provides. You’re also welcome to reach out to our team with your questions. We’re happy to assist you!